MassEducation [2018]
by St. Vincent
User Score
8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 45 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 39 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 45
  3. Negative: 4 out of 45
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  1. Lolzified
    Oct 13, 2018
    9
    It feels somewhat appropriate that an album with such an abundance of reflection on sexual identity should be even more engrossing and intimate with a "stripping down" of the already fantastic songs. St Vincent's Masseducation is a sonically gorgeous record that ingeniously refines her previous album with a beauty and grace that is as romantic as it is captivating.
  2. orlathomas18
    Aug 22, 2019
    8
    Following the fantastic mix of beautiful vocals and stunning instrumentals on the original, Annie Clark really shows how multi-talented of an artist she is on this record. The pianos are breathtaking and often are given time to shine, however what really stands out in this re-imagination of the amazing MASSEDUCTION is Annie's vocals. Her delivery is so different than in the originalFollowing the fantastic mix of beautiful vocals and stunning instrumentals on the original, Annie Clark really shows how multi-talented of an artist she is on this record. The pianos are breathtaking and often are given time to shine, however what really stands out in this re-imagination of the amazing MASSEDUCTION is Annie's vocals. Her delivery is so different than in the original versions and really shines light on Annie's talent as a lyricist and a song writer.… Expand

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. AllMusic
    Oct 23, 2018
    80
    Occasionally, MassEducation borders on being too stark for its own good, but the songs hold their power in this unvarnished setting.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Oct 18, 2018
    80
    MassEducation is that rare record that works both as a standalone album and a companion to the original.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Oct 16, 2018
    72
    She has discussed the idea of songs having multiple lives, and that people, too, can live more than one existence in parallel, always aware of their diametric opposite. These songs bridge the gap between the two, exposing the overwhelming darkness that unifies her eclectic output along the way.
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